Mary Ann Gethers, a daughter of the late Theodore and Colotha Gethers, was born October 7, 1936, in the Oakley Section of Berkeley County, South Carolina. She departed this life on December 25, 2011. At an early age, Mary joined Centenary United Methodist Church where she served faithfully until her death. She served as Chairperson of the Administrative Board, President of the Adult Choir, Financial Secretary, member of the Usher Board, Church School Superintendent, and delegate to the Annual Conference. Mary was educated in the Berkeley County Public Schools. She continued her education at Claflin University, Orangeburg, SC where she earned a Bachelor of Art Degree. Later, she earned a Master's Degree from Fisk University, Nashville, TN. Mary was very active in her community, serving on several boards. She was employed as a public school teacher for thirty-three years. She was a Life Member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. She leaves to mourn: five siblings, Herman Gethers (Emily) of Hempstead, NY, John Gethers of Bronx, NY, Julie Glenn (Freddie), Thelma Gethers, and Rev. Ethel G. Jefferson all of Moncks Corner, SC; a special nephew, Gregory Glenn of Moncks Corner, SC; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.